Dr. Richard A Mordecai, DC
Chiropractic
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Office Address
817 2ND ST, Santa Rosa, CA 95404-4609
Phone
Counties Served
Sonoma County
Credential
DC — QME Certified
About Dr. Richard A Mordecai
Dr. Richard A. Mordecai, DC, QME, is the owner of Mordecai Dumbadse Chiropractic in Santa Rosa, CA with over 45 years of experience. He received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Los Angeles College of Chiropractic, graduating with honors. He holds post-graduate certification as a Sports Medicine Practitioner and is a certified Qualified Medical Examiner. He is a member of the California Chiropractic Association.
Education & Board Certifications
- Los Angeles College of Chiropractic (with honors)
Languages Spoken
About Chiropractic QME Evaluations
Chiropractic QME evaluations address spinal and musculoskeletal conditions commonly seen in workplace injuries, including disc herniations, spinal subluxations, and soft-tissue injuries. The evaluating chiropractor assesses spinal alignment, range of motion, and the appropriateness of ongoing chiropractic care.
Under California workers' compensation law ( LC §139.2), QME physicians must meet qualification standards set by the Division of Workers' Compensation and must follow the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, 5th Edition (2001), for impairment ratings.
Common Conditions Evaluated
Workers' Compensation in Sonoma County
Dr. Richard A Mordecai serves workers' compensation cases in Sonoma County, California. Each county has its own WCAB district office that handles workers' compensation disputes and hearings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of cases does Dr. Richard A Mordecai evaluate as a QME?
A Chiropractic QME evaluation involves a comprehensive review of medical records, a clinical examination, and a written report addressing causation, treatment needs, and permanent impairment. The evaluating physician follows the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, 5th Edition (2001), as required by California workers' compensation law.
Where is Dr. Richard A Mordecai's office located?
Dr. Richard A Mordecai's office is located at 817 2ND ST, Santa Rosa, CA 95404-4609. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Sonoma County.
What are Dr. Richard A Mordecai's board certifications?
Dr. Richard A Mordecai holds the following board certifications: QME (Qualified Medical Examiner), Sports Medicine Practitioner. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Richard A Mordecai's education and training background?
Dr. Richard A Mordecai's training includes: Los Angeles College of Chiropractic (with honors). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in chiropractic workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Richard A Mordecai have?
Dr. Richard A Mordecai has approximately 45 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified chiropractic physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
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